All Posts Tagged With: "Marches of Dissent"

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Russian Opposition Joins May Day Festivities

An opposition demonstration in St. Petersburg has ended with a celebratory rally and rock-concert.

May 1, 2008 | Continued
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Instigators Try to Sabotage Opposition March in Russia

In an apparent attempt to undermine both the Russian opposition and the gay rights movement, unknown provocateurs are reportedly paying students to pose as gay activists during an opposition demonstration.

May 1, 2008 | Continued
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Rock Singer Assaulted in St. Petersburg

Andrei Vasilyev, the front-man of a local rock group, was attacked in what he believes was a retaliation for his role in the Russian opposition.

Apr 27, 2008 | Continued
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March of Dissent Scheduled for May 6th in Moscow

The Other Russia coalition will stage an opposition demonstration, known as a March of Dissent, on May 6th in Moscow. Around 2000 demonstrators are expected.

Apr 23, 2008 | Continued
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Rock Musicians Barred from Russian Television

Two rock musicians have been shuttered from Russian national television in a move that may be connected with the singers’ political leanings.

Apr 22, 2008 | Continued
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Russian Opposition Will Protest Before Medvedev Inauguration

Leaders of the Other Russia opposition coalition announced plans for Marches of Dissent in early May, and commented on the importance of a National Assembly to serve as an alternate parliament and give voice to shut-out political groups.

Mar 20, 2008 | Continued
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Opposition Activist Covertly Imprisoned for 4 Months

Taras Yushchenko, an activist of the United Civil Front party who disappeared shortly before the November 2007 Marches of Dissent, was held for four months in a pre-trial detention facility.

Mar 18, 2008 | Continued
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EU Parliament Condemns Kremlin’s Strong-Arm Politics

The European Parliament has enacted a new resolution on Russia which deplores the strong-arm politics of the Kremlin, and deplores problems with the March 2nd presidential election.

Mar 17, 2008 | Continued
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Thousands March in Moscow and St. Petersburg

Protesters took to the streets across Russia to speak out their discontent with Russia’s current political landscape. Dozens of activists and several prominent opposition leaders were arrested.

Mar 4, 2008 | Continued
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Marches of Dissent Scheduled for March 3rd (Details)

The Other Russia Coalition will lead opposition demonstrations across Russia on March 3rd, the day after Russia’s presidential election. Up-to-date locations and details.

Feb 29, 2008 | Continued